Wine Profile

2002 CABERNET SAUVIGNON,
NAPA VALLEY

The Vineyard:

The 2002 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was created from three of the finest Cabernet vineyards in the Napa Valley: the Morisoli Vineyard, the Galleron Vineyard and the Taplin Vineyard.  The Morisoli and Galleron Vineyards are located in the Rutherford appellation, while the Taplin Vineyard is located in the heart of the St. Helena appellation.  All three historic vineyards were founded by pioneer families in the early days when the Napa Valley was settled by European immigrants.  All three vineyards remain in the hands of the original families and are farmed by their descendants.

The Wine:

This Cabernet is packed with 100% valley floor fruit.  Full-bodied and replete with vibrant aromas of rich, ripe fruit spiced with black pepper and smoky oak.  Smooth, polished tannins beautifully frame complex layers of dark, rich valley floor fruit.  Luscious waves of blackberry, cherry, berry, cassis, cedar wood and vanilla oak wash over the palate, and ultimately peak in a long, seductive finish.  This outstanding Cabernet is exceptionally engaging now, but will continue to gain depth and complexity over time.  (351 cases) 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, $45.00

What The Critics Say...

90 Points, 2001 Vintage, California State Fair Wine Competition

92 POINTS, 2000 Vintage, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

GOLD MEDAL, 2000 Vintage, Los Angeles County Fair Wine Competition

“Smells and tastes classy, with that powerful cassis and new oak combo that’s hard to resist. Has ripe flavors of currants, minty chocolate and vanilla, just delicious…” Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast